Signs You Might Have A Hidden Termite Infestation
The Impact on Household Health
Most don’t realize that a termite infestation affects more than just infrastructure; it impacts domestic health as well. As termites penetrate walls, they create molds that can trigger severe allergies, affecting you and your family more than you might think.
Not just wood-eaters, termites can indirectly invite health-threatening fungi into your home, such as Aspergillus and Penicillium, which can provoke respiratory issues. This makes termite presence a public health concern.
Children and the elderly are particularly vulnerable to these molds, experiencing exacerbated symptoms due to weaker immune responses. Knowing and acting may well guard your household from unseen health risks that could arise from these hidden molds.
Even after extermination, mold remediation might be necessary to restore a healthier environment. The relationship between pests and health is symbiotic yet sinister, intertwining as termites create unseen chaos. But the next discovery might turn this knowledge on its head…